Skip to main content
Troubadours

Troubadours

Documentary
2011, Movie, 1h 31min
In the wake of the turbulent 1960s, a new style of song and songwriter came to the fore – a style marked by vulnerable introspection and raw, naked emotion. Backed by little more than a lone acoustic guitar or simple piano, these exciting voices descended upon Los Angeles, now emerging as the center of the American music scene. Their epicenter for self-expression became an old beatnik folk club and a fitting name: The Troubadour. TROUBADOURS traces Carole King, James Taylor and the singer/songwriter scene during the late 1960s and early 1970s. The film also interweaves the intriguing story of the 'world famous' Troubadour club that cemented their musical legacy, the mercurial impresario named Doug Weston who ran it, and the performing careers of some of the best songwriters of their generation – and perhaps any generation: Carole King and James Taylor, as well as Jackson Browne, David Crosby, Joni Mitchell, Kris Kristofferson, Bonnie Raitt, Eagles and many others.
Country: United States
Director:
Morgan Neville
Cast:
Kris Kristofferson,
Steve Martin,
Elton John,
David Crosby
Show more

Where to Watch Troubadours online

Select your country to find out where to watch "Troubadours".

Ratings

Profile photo for
Your rating:
IMDb rating
Visit page
6.9

Reviews

Add a review

Be the first to leave a review for this title

Cast & Crew

Skip this
Morgan Neville
Director
Steve Martin
As Self
Elton John
As Self
David Crosby
As Self
Jackson Browne
As Self
Bonnie Raitt
As Self
Carole King
As Self

Frequently asked questions

What is Troubadours about? Toggle content

In the tumultuous 1960s, a new breed of singer-songwriters emerged, known for their raw, emotional lyrics and intimate performances. The epicenter of this movement was Los Angeles' Troubadour club, where artists like Carole King, James Taylor, and Joni Mitchell showcased their talents. Troubadours chronicles the rise of these singer-songwriters and the impact of the Troubadour club on their careers and the music industry as a whole. With appearances from some of the era's most iconic musicians, the film paints a portrait of a unique moment in music history, marked by vulnerability, creativity, and passion.

Where can I stream Troubadours? Toggle content

Troubadours is currently unavailable to stream in undefined on the streaming services we have in our catalogue

What movies are similar to Troubadours? Toggle content

Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Troubadours include Weiner, Maradona, the Golden Kid, Blackfish, Sour Grapes, The Brainwashing of My Dad, Crossing Bhutan.

When was Troubadours released in theaters? Toggle content

Troubadours was released in theaters on January 22, 2011.

 

Skip this

Similar titles

Skip this
Weiner
Weiner
2016, Movie - Documentary
Maradona, the Golden Kid
Maradona, the Golden Kid
2006, Movie - Documentary
Blackfish
Blackfish
2013, Movie - Documentary
Sour Grapes
Sour Grapes
2016, Movie - Documentary
The Brainwashing of My Dad
The Brainwashing of My Dad
2015, Movie - Documentary
Crossing Bhutan
Crossing Bhutan
2016, Movie - Documentary
Stories We Tell
Stories We Tell
2012, Movie - Documentary
Connected by Coffee
Connected by Coffee
2014, Movie - Documentary